Kalamkari Hand-painted Tussar Silk Saree

Kalamkari is a popular and one of the oldest hand-painted sarees and textile artworks from South India. Only natural dyes are used in Kalamkari Sarees {"items":[{"productId":"wc-2417","productUrl":"https://dioramadesigns.in/product/kalamkari-hand-painted-color-block-tussar-silk-saree-3/","productTitle":"Kalamkari Hand-painted Color Block Tussar Silk Saree","productBrand":"","productPrice":17600,"productPriceCurrency":"INR","productDetails":"This handloom made tussar silk saree is crafted with hand-drawn, hand-painted Kalamkari from Srikalahasti. It's a 5.5 mtr saree drape with exclusive 90 cm running blouse piece with drawn Kalamkari border to go with.\r\n\r\nEach item is handcrafted with the hand-painting technique, using 100% natural colors for painting, and might carry variations of color, patterns and other delicate inefficiencies. Handloom fabric may have uneven texture.\r\nLength – 5.5mtrs / 44″\r\n\r\nFabric – Tussar Silk\r\n\r\nNet Qty –1\r\n\r\nProduct Weight – 350 gms\r\n\r\nWash &amp; Care / Maintenance – Dry clean only. Do not tumble dry. Do not dry in direct sunlight. Store in a cool &amp; dry place wrapped in muslin fabric.\r\n\r\nReturn Policy – This item is eligible for replacement, within 7 days of delivery, only in the unlikely event of a damaged, defective or different item delivered to you.\r\n\r\nDispatch Timeline – Dispatched in a maximum of 3 business days.\r\n\r\nGeneric Name – Saree\r\n\r\nCountry of Origin – India\r\n\r\nManufactured and Packed By – Diorama Designs, Main Road, Kotwali Chouraha, Post Sehore\r\n\r\n&nbsp;","productImages":[{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0290Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0282Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0277Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0298Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0297Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0303Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20220422133444__AGO0304Resize.jpg","alt":""}],"aggregateRating":{"ratingValue":0,"reviewCount":0,"reviewUrl":"https://dioramadesigns.in/product/kalamkari-hand-painted-color-block-tussar-silk-saree-3/"},"yoast_head":null,"yoast_head_json":null}]}

Kalamkari sarees are famously known for the vibrant colors, intricate designs, and traditional art. But what is Kalamkari? {"items":[{"productId":"wc-2417","productUrl":"https://dioramadesigns.in/product/kalamkari-hand-painted-color-block-tussar-silk-saree-3/","productTitle":"Kalamkari Hand-painted Color Block Tussar Silk Saree","productBrand":"","productPrice":17600,"productPriceCurrency":"INR","productDetails":"This handloom made tussar silk saree is crafted with hand-drawn, hand-painted Kalamkari from Srikalahasti. It's a 5.5 mtr saree drape with exclusive 90 cm running blouse piece with drawn Kalamkari border to go with.\r\n\r\nEach item is handcrafted with the hand-painting technique, using 100% natural colors for painting, and might carry variations of color, patterns and other delicate inefficiencies. Handloom fabric may have uneven texture.\r\nLength – 5.5mtrs / 44″\r\n\r\nFabric – Tussar Silk\r\n\r\nNet Qty –1\r\n\r\nProduct Weight – 350 gms\r\n\r\nWash &amp; Care / Maintenance – Dry clean only. Do not tumble dry. Do not dry in direct sunlight. Store in a cool &amp; dry place wrapped in muslin fabric.\r\n\r\nReturn Policy – This item is eligible for replacement, within 7 days of delivery, only in the unlikely event of a damaged, defective or different item delivered to you.\r\n\r\nDispatch Timeline – Dispatched in a maximum of 3 business days.\r\n\r\nGeneric Name – Saree\r\n\r\nCountry of Origin – India\r\n\r\nManufactured and Packed By – Diorama Designs, Main Road, Kotwali Chouraha, Post Sehore\r\n\r\n&nbsp;","productImages":[{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0290Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0282Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0277Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0298Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0297Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0303Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20220422133444__AGO0304Resize.jpg","alt":""}],"aggregateRating":{"ratingValue":0,"reviewCount":0,"reviewUrl":"https://dioramadesigns.in/product/kalamkari-hand-painted-color-block-tussar-silk-saree-3/"},"yoast_head":null,"yoast_head_json":null}]}

But what is Kalamkari? Kalamkari is a popular and one of the oldest hand-painted sarees and textile artworks from South India. {"items":[{"productId":"wc-2417","productUrl":"https://dioramadesigns.in/product/kalamkari-hand-painted-color-block-tussar-silk-saree-3/","productTitle":"Kalamkari Hand-painted Color Block Tussar Silk Saree","productBrand":"","productPrice":17600,"productPriceCurrency":"INR","productDetails":"This handloom made tussar silk saree is crafted with hand-drawn, hand-painted Kalamkari from Srikalahasti. It's a 5.5 mtr saree drape with exclusive 90 cm running blouse piece with drawn Kalamkari border to go with.\r\n\r\nEach item is handcrafted with the hand-painting technique, using 100% natural colors for painting, and might carry variations of color, patterns and other delicate inefficiencies. Handloom fabric may have uneven texture.\r\nLength – 5.5mtrs / 44″\r\n\r\nFabric – Tussar Silk\r\n\r\nNet Qty –1\r\n\r\nProduct Weight – 350 gms\r\n\r\nWash &amp; Care / Maintenance – Dry clean only. Do not tumble dry. Do not dry in direct sunlight. Store in a cool &amp; dry place wrapped in muslin fabric.\r\n\r\nReturn Policy – This item is eligible for replacement, within 7 days of delivery, only in the unlikely event of a damaged, defective or different item delivered to you.\r\n\r\nDispatch Timeline – Dispatched in a maximum of 3 business days.\r\n\r\nGeneric Name – Saree\r\n\r\nCountry of Origin – India\r\n\r\nManufactured and Packed By – Diorama Designs, Main Road, Kotwali Chouraha, Post Sehore\r\n\r\n&nbsp;","productImages":[{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0290Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0282Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0277Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0298Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0297Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0303Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20220422133444__AGO0304Resize.jpg","alt":""}],"aggregateRating":{"ratingValue":0,"reviewCount":0,"reviewUrl":"https://dioramadesigns.in/product/kalamkari-hand-painted-color-block-tussar-silk-saree-3/"},"yoast_head":null,"yoast_head_json":null}]}

Only natural dyes are used in Kalamkari Sarees, an ancient style of hand painting done on cotton or silk fabric with a tamarind pen. {"items":[{"productId":"wc-2417","productUrl":"https://dioramadesigns.in/product/kalamkari-hand-painted-color-block-tussar-silk-saree-3/","productTitle":"Kalamkari Hand-painted Color Block Tussar Silk Saree","productBrand":"","productPrice":17600,"productPriceCurrency":"INR","productDetails":"This handloom made tussar silk saree is crafted with hand-drawn, hand-painted Kalamkari from Srikalahasti. It's a 5.5 mtr saree drape with exclusive 90 cm running blouse piece with drawn Kalamkari border to go with.\r\n\r\nEach item is handcrafted with the hand-painting technique, using 100% natural colors for painting, and might carry variations of color, patterns and other delicate inefficiencies. Handloom fabric may have uneven texture.\r\nLength – 5.5mtrs / 44″\r\n\r\nFabric – Tussar Silk\r\n\r\nNet Qty –1\r\n\r\nProduct Weight – 350 gms\r\n\r\nWash &amp; Care / Maintenance – Dry clean only. Do not tumble dry. Do not dry in direct sunlight. Store in a cool &amp; dry place wrapped in muslin fabric.\r\n\r\nReturn Policy – This item is eligible for replacement, within 7 days of delivery, only in the unlikely event of a damaged, defective or different item delivered to you.\r\n\r\nDispatch Timeline – Dispatched in a maximum of 3 business days.\r\n\r\nGeneric Name – Saree\r\n\r\nCountry of Origin – India\r\n\r\nManufactured and Packed By – Diorama Designs, Main Road, Kotwali Chouraha, Post Sehore\r\n\r\n&nbsp;","productImages":[{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0290Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0282Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0277Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0298Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0297Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0303Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20220422133444__AGO0304Resize.jpg","alt":""}],"aggregateRating":{"ratingValue":0,"reviewCount":0,"reviewUrl":"https://dioramadesigns.in/product/kalamkari-hand-painted-color-block-tussar-silk-saree-3/"},"yoast_head":null,"yoast_head_json":null}]}

The art was developed in the 18th century by Mughal women. It is still practiced today and is considered a craft. {"items":[{"productId":"wc-2417","productUrl":"https://dioramadesigns.in/product/kalamkari-hand-painted-color-block-tussar-silk-saree-3/","productTitle":"Kalamkari Hand-painted Color Block Tussar Silk Saree","productBrand":"","productPrice":17600,"productPriceCurrency":"INR","productDetails":"This handloom made tussar silk saree is crafted with hand-drawn, hand-painted Kalamkari from Srikalahasti. It's a 5.5 mtr saree drape with exclusive 90 cm running blouse piece with drawn Kalamkari border to go with.\r\n\r\nEach item is handcrafted with the hand-painting technique, using 100% natural colors for painting, and might carry variations of color, patterns and other delicate inefficiencies. Handloom fabric may have uneven texture.\r\nLength – 5.5mtrs / 44″\r\n\r\nFabric – Tussar Silk\r\n\r\nNet Qty –1\r\n\r\nProduct Weight – 350 gms\r\n\r\nWash &amp; Care / Maintenance – Dry clean only. Do not tumble dry. Do not dry in direct sunlight. Store in a cool &amp; dry place wrapped in muslin fabric.\r\n\r\nReturn Policy – This item is eligible for replacement, within 7 days of delivery, only in the unlikely event of a damaged, defective or different item delivered to you.\r\n\r\nDispatch Timeline – Dispatched in a maximum of 3 business days.\r\n\r\nGeneric Name – Saree\r\n\r\nCountry of Origin – India\r\n\r\nManufactured and Packed By – Diorama Designs, Main Road, Kotwali Chouraha, Post Sehore\r\n\r\n&nbsp;","productImages":[{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0290Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0282Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0277Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0298Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0297Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0303Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20220422133444__AGO0304Resize.jpg","alt":""}],"aggregateRating":{"ratingValue":0,"reviewCount":0,"reviewUrl":"https://dioramadesigns.in/product/kalamkari-hand-painted-color-block-tussar-silk-saree-3/"},"yoast_head":null,"yoast_head_json":null}]}

There are many different styles of Kalamkari, but the most well-known is the Mysore style. This style uses bright colors and floral designs. {"items":[{"productId":"wc-2417","productUrl":"https://dioramadesigns.in/product/kalamkari-hand-painted-color-block-tussar-silk-saree-3/","productTitle":"Kalamkari Hand-painted Color Block Tussar Silk Saree","productBrand":"","productPrice":17600,"productPriceCurrency":"INR","productDetails":"This handloom made tussar silk saree is crafted with hand-drawn, hand-painted Kalamkari from Srikalahasti. It's a 5.5 mtr saree drape with exclusive 90 cm running blouse piece with drawn Kalamkari border to go with.\r\n\r\nEach item is handcrafted with the hand-painting technique, using 100% natural colors for painting, and might carry variations of color, patterns and other delicate inefficiencies. Handloom fabric may have uneven texture.\r\nLength – 5.5mtrs / 44″\r\n\r\nFabric – Tussar Silk\r\n\r\nNet Qty –1\r\n\r\nProduct Weight – 350 gms\r\n\r\nWash &amp; Care / Maintenance – Dry clean only. Do not tumble dry. Do not dry in direct sunlight. Store in a cool &amp; dry place wrapped in muslin fabric.\r\n\r\nReturn Policy – This item is eligible for replacement, within 7 days of delivery, only in the unlikely event of a damaged, defective or different item delivered to you.\r\n\r\nDispatch Timeline – Dispatched in a maximum of 3 business days.\r\n\r\nGeneric Name – Saree\r\n\r\nCountry of Origin – India\r\n\r\nManufactured and Packed By – Diorama Designs, Main Road, Kotwali Chouraha, Post Sehore\r\n\r\n&nbsp;","productImages":[{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0290Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0282Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0277Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0298Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0297Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGO0303Resize.jpg","alt":""},{"url":"https://dioramadesigns.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20220422133444__AGO0304Resize.jpg","alt":""}],"aggregateRating":{"ratingValue":0,"reviewCount":0,"reviewUrl":"https://dioramadesigns.in/product/kalamkari-hand-painted-color-block-tussar-silk-saree-3/"},"yoast_head":null,"yoast_head_json":null}]}